The capital of South Korea… a vibrant, futuristic megalopolis that is a curious fusion of the ancient and the modern. Past meets present as ornate temples and sprawling palaces contrast with the shining glass and steel office towers of Itaewon and starchitect-designed museums. With 20.5 million residents, Seoul is the … Read More
Land of the Morning Calm Despite the adversity that South Korea has faced, from the colonial Japanese occupation to the divisive Korean War and subsequent dictatorships, the country has managed to overcome innumerable obstacles and establish itself as one of the world’s economic powerhouses. In the 1990s, South Korea, along … Read More
Get lost in Big Sky country. Montana is one of those places with boundless outdoor adventure cred. Those who venture eastward—into rugged badlands, meandering rivers, secluded mountain ranges, and vast prairie—will be rewarded with an unexpected and wholly different kind of Montana experience. The opportunities to fish, hunt, hike, ride, … Read More
A true gem in Northern Afica The spice-filled souks, the Atlas Mountains, the Sahara – this African country draws travelers in with culture and adventure. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: Not required for stays under 90 days. ► US Department of State Morocco Information ► Official Morocco Tourism website Someone’s … Read More
Surf and Safari… Back to Nature South Africa has something for everyone, from cool, cosmopolitan Cape Town and the Stellenbosch and Franschhoek wine regions to epic game drives and life-changing moments witnessing “big five” wildlife in Kruger National Park. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: Not required for stays under 90 … Read More
This Southeast Asian chain of 17,000 islands was made for adventure. Travelers to Indonesia tend to have Bali at the top of their mind as their reason to visit, which is a shame given there are even more breathtaking natural beauty and cultural experiences elsewhere that are waiting to be … Read More
Northern California’s tech-forward, hilly city… has the most restaurants and farmers’ markets per capita in the U.S. From the fog rolling under the Golden Gate Bridge to America’s only moving National Historic Landmark, San Francisco is home to some of the most iconic attractions in the world. The main and … Read More
A journey to the White Continent is the ultimate in expedition travel. Tourist Visa for US Citizens: None for Antarctica. May be required by transit countries. US Department of State Antarctica Information WHITE DESERT – ANTARCTICA EARLY EMPERORS ITINERARY 6 days / 5 nights (some space available for 2024/2025 & … Read More
Still, one of the most magical destinations on earth Ubud, a town in central Bali of around 75,000 people (2020), is far removed from the nightlife bikini scene in Seminyak and Canggu, and is regarded as the cultural centre of Bali. It is famous as an arts and crafts hub, … Read More
Looking for off the beaten path, it’s Palau. They say the best things in life don’t come easily, and Palau is no exception, but that’s largely why the Micronesian archipelago is one of the world’s last remaining frontiers. Fly to Palau’s main city Koror (pop. 10,000) via Taipei, Honolulu, Guam, … Read More
Derived from the Malay word bukit, or hill, Phuket was long known to European traders as Junk Ceylon, and a rich source of valuable tin. After an attack by the rival Burmese navy in 1785, which was repulsed by forces commanded by a local widow and her sister, Phuket rose … Read More
